surround sound
noun
: sound reproduction that often uses three or more transmission channels to enhance the illusion of a live hearing
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The AirPods Max can actually process surround sound input, instead of artificially adding the effect to stereo sources (assuming the content offers it, of course).
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PC Magazine, 15 May 2025
Home theater popularized surround sound, bringing Dolby and DTS technology directly into the home.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
The Samsung Smart Music Frame is a smart speaker disguised as a decorative photo frame that connects to your devices via WiFi or Bluetooth to stream your favorite tunes in surround sound.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Optional upgrades include a head-up display and a premium Burmester surround sound system.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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PC Magazine, 15 May 2025
Home theater popularized surround sound, bringing Dolby and DTS technology directly into the home.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
The Samsung Smart Music Frame is a smart speaker disguised as a decorative photo frame that connects to your devices via WiFi or Bluetooth to stream your favorite tunes in surround sound.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Optional upgrades include a head-up display and a premium Burmester surround sound system.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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“Surround sound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surround%20sound. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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